Hiring a Real Estate Agent

We know that purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, and thus hiring the right partner in a Realtor should be too. Take a look below at our top tips for selecting the best fit and why so many homeowners don’t rehire their Realtor.

Meet Kelly Stradling

Kelly grew up in the Midwest, but as the saying goes she’s not from the South but she got here as fast as she could. Some might say Real Estate & Interior Design are in her genes, since she comes from a family of long-term real estate developers and designers. And as a serial entrepreneur, she has a love for perfection and expertise as she works tirelessly on her clients’ behalf.

Knowledge & Expertise

One of the biggest assets to working with a Realtor is their market knowledge. They should have an in-depth understanding of local area conditions and trends. This information will be invaluable as you determine pricing and specific strategies as you move forward to buy or sell a home. A plus, is a Realtor who also has a background in Construction & Design, as they can better help analyze a property.

Trust & Communication

Top of our list is being able to trust that your Realtor is your biggest ambassador. This will become incredibly important as you move through the negotiation process, and they work to always keep your best interests in mind. Knowing that they are clearly communicating your needs to the other side is equally important and makes for a smooth transaction.

Negotiation Skills

Real Estate deals hinge upon the art of negotiating, and this is something that your agent must do extremely well. Let’s put it this way, they can make or break a deal, or leave you with a less profitable outcome.

Looking to buy or sell? Let’s connect, we’d love to partner in executing your future real estate goals.